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Yellow Jacket #753606

Asked June 02, 2021, 5:05 PM EDT

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Marion County Oregon

River birch droppings #753604

Asked June 02, 2021, 5:02 PM EDT

Our river birch of say 14 years is dropping white crystals like droppings on the part of the deck that it hangs over and they start out hard then turn to a sticky sap like substance after a day or so. I don't think this has ever happened before, but I hate it. PLEASE HELP and thank you so much.

Goodhue County Minnesota

Peach Tree Fungus #753602

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:33 PM EDT

We planted a peach tree about two years ago and recently noticed something happening on the bark and then a few days later noticed the leaves. After a quick google search, we believe it is peach leaf curl but we aren’t sure how to treat it or if we should remove the whole tree and plant a new one. The tree is in full sun in our front yard with other fruit bearing trees (apple & plum and one other peach).



Frederick County Maryland

lawn discoloration issue with tall fescue -- #753599

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:29 PM EDT

Feb. 2021, overseed with southern state profession turf seed--tall fescue blend and Scott turf builder starter with weed prevention notice in May. discoloration in spots on my side of the lawn. 1. Do you know what could be causing discoloration? 2. Any remedy I can try? In the fall, plan to overseed with southern states profession turf, but in spring should I overseed with what type of grass to have nice green SUMMER lawn. 3. what grass compliment fescue in summer months that i can overseed in spring with



Durham County North Carolina

Disease tree #753598

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:28 PM EDT

The recent wind broke off the top of my red oak tree. I discovered it was diseased. nectaria (?). I am sending pictures. Should I try to save what is left of my tree? Is the disease in danger of spreading to a nearby red oak?



Travis County Texas

Red garden bugs #753595

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:26 PM EDT

Could you please help identify these red garden bugs? Just noticed them a couple of days after a heavy rain. They're in various spots throughout the garden, and in one area seem to be clustered atop a magnolia leaf. Are they beneficial, harmless, or problem bugs? Thanks so much!



Montgomery County Maryland

Japanese beetle treatment #753594

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:26 PM EDT

We are getting solicitations from a company called Proshield proposing a 2-stage treatment for Japanese beetles. First is a "flushout" where they treat larvae in the soil; i think with pyrethrin? then when beetles are active. Does this work? Is it worth $800? (we have about 1/3 of an acre yard) Thanks!

Denver County Colorado

Whether to plant Four O'clock plant in MN #753593

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:24 PM EDT

A friend gave me a Four O'clock plant, they are not native to MN. I am concerned if they are invasive or harmful to MN.

Anoka County Minnesota

Tree identification in Summit County #753589

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:10 PM EDT

We have been snipping the many new saplings which come up each year, but, of course they return unless we resort to herbicide. (We are also contending with buckthorns). We have not cut down the few adults, but want to manage competition with oaks and other natives we're planting. I also have a photo of the bark as well, if needed. Thanks!



Summit County Ohio

disposing of branches which have scale #753584

Asked June 02, 2021, 4:00 PM EDT

I trimmed branches from a hawthorn and discovered it had a lot of scale. What is the proper way to dispose of this. We live in Montgomery County

Montgomery County Ohio

Dying evergreens #753579

Asked June 02, 2021, 3:45 PM EDT

We live in Southpark at about 9600 feet elevation. A couple of years ago we noticed some of the large trees (spruce, I believe) thinning out at the top. Within a few years, they were dropping all of their needles, and eventually died. We wonder if you could identify the cause of the problem and tell us if we are going to lose all of our huge old evergreens. Right now we can see one other that is almost dead, and about three that are thinning. It's so distressing!



Park County Colorado

rhubarb #753576

Asked June 02, 2021, 3:37 PM EDT

my rhubarb has a soap or weed killer spray taste when i use it for baking - when i taste it raw it tastes fine - we are a private property and i have not sprayed near it - i have had theses plants for 3 years - what could be causing this - the plants look great

Larimer County Colorado

Worms devouring my fern #753575

Asked June 02, 2021, 3:36 PM EDT

Wondering what kind of worm this is that is eating my Fern and how I can get rid of it. Also what kind of fern is that?



Anoka County Minnesota

Our boxwoods need help #753567

Asked June 02, 2021, 3:14 PM EDT

Hello-- we're a 501c3 restoring the James E. Bonine House in Vandalia, MI. Our boxwoods are turning brown, our giant yews are turning brown, and we have a couple other concerns. We're hoping there is someone in the area that could visit us and diagnose what's going on, and recommend treatment if necessary. We're happy to pay a consulting/travel fee. Thanks very much, Cathy LaPointe, treasurer, Underground Railroad Society of Cass County

Cass County Michigan

“Yard choices” #753559

Asked June 02, 2021, 2:54 PM EDT

First of all, thank you for taking my question! Two easy questions…… I have approximately 12 “Easy Elegance” Roses along my front k for the past 8-10 years Each Spring it seems that 4-6 of them don’t come back while others flourish. I’ve replaced a couple locations at least 3x’s….I’m careful with the sidewalk salt, and it seems that the plants closer to the driveway don’t do as well…..I’m wondering if the concrete “super-cools” the soil near this area? I’ve got Boxwood which despite neighborhood dog marking have not suffered losses. Second is a replacement “screen tree” to replace my Betula Dakota which were killed by BB Borer. I’m looking for a suitable replacement (under 30’, narrow, less than 10’ and something I can prune so that I can walk underneath for side of house access! Thanks! Scott<personal data hidden>



Hennepin County Minnesota

Apricot leaf color issue #753549

Asked June 02, 2021, 2:35 PM EDT

Hello Wise Ag folks at MSU My apricot trees/ bushes (2-3 years old) slow growing and the leaves tend to go red as indicated in the pictures. Is this normal or a mineral issue. Water with well water and as per southeastern MI it has iron in the water. Or is the red leaf issue a stress response to dry conditions. When not raining I try to deep water once every 7-10 days. Any advice would be appreciated. Best, Jerry D. Sanders



Livingston County Michigan

Lawn spots #753539

Asked June 02, 2021, 2:09 PM EDT

Dear Expert, my St Augustine grass has developed "yellowish" spots/patterns. I've applied fungicide which has not helped. Please see enclosed pictures. Can you tell me what's causing this and how I can treat it? Thank you in advance



Montgomery County Texas

dead limbs at top of oak tree #753530

Asked June 02, 2021, 1:28 PM EDT

A couple of medium size limbs died at the top of my oak tree. I called a tree company. Man said it's ok. He fertilized the tree. Now I notice small limbs throughout the tree are losing leaves. Lower large branches have profuse new leaves. Top of tree is thin. Help, please!

Harris County Texas

How to kill Creeping Charlie but not hostas #753522

Asked June 02, 2021, 1:12 PM EDT

We planted hostas on a hillside adjacent to our home to control erosion. Now Creeping Charlie plants are taking over our hillside and choking out the hostas. Is there a chemical I can apply with a hose to kill Creeping Charlie but not the hostas. Thanks for your recommendations.



Olmsted County Minnesota

molting insect identification #753518

Asked June 02, 2021, 12:43 PM EDT

I found an insect molting on my picket fence this morning (June 2). Is it a cicada? If not, what is it?



Larimer County Colorado

Clematis spindly vines #753517

Asked June 02, 2021, 12:38 PM EDT

Last year I planted clematis ninon from 4” pots. Growing quite well; however, vines very spindly though healthy looking. Question: Is there a fertilizer I can use to encourage stronger vines?

Caledonia County Vermont

leaves are brown and have spots #753485

Asked June 02, 2021, 11:23 AM EDT

What is wrong with my magnolia tree. It has never bloomed and it looks very sick now. We have had it about 2 years. 



Alleghany County North Carolina

Killer bees #753484

Asked June 02, 2021, 11:14 AM EDT

Hello- I live in Adelphi, very close to UMD. One of my neighbors says that a killer bee entered her home and after a while she was able to kill it. Are you aware of killer bees in the UMD/Adelphi area?

Prince George's County Maryland

Need Help With Horse Pastures! #753475

Asked June 02, 2021, 10:47 AM EDT

Three of my pastures have more thatch than grass. What is the best way to remove the thatch?

Clackamas County Oregon

Hog weed #753471

Asked June 02, 2021, 10:34 AM EDT

Can the extension depth help withhog weed removal?

Columbia County Oregon